Engineer, R&D

POSITION PURPOSE

The Global Technology Innovation team at Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC), headquartered in Jessup, MD, identifies and scales advanced technologies into commercializable innovations that support BAC’s vision to reinvent cooling to sustain the world. We are a fast-paced, high-energy driver of sustainable solutions in industrial and commercial heat rejection, thermal energy storage, thermal management, water treatment and monitoring, and carbon capture. We are seeking a curious, humble, and resilient Engineer, R&D, to help develop and scale technologies that deliver lasting sustainable value.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Design, build, and test complex components and systems, from small-scale proof of concept to full-scale prototypes, both in the lab and in the field.

• Develop detailed 3D & 2D designs using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD, and ensure that designs meet specifications, standards, and safety regulations
• Design and assemble prototypes, test rigs, data acquisition setups, and control systems
• Develop and execute test plans, including thermal performance, airflow, pressure cycling, materials characterization, carbon capture, and water quality.
• Produce technical documentation including drawings, BOMs, assembly guides, test plans, test results, and test reports

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design, prototyping, and testing.
• Participate in planning and review meetings.
• Engage with internal experts, and as needed BAC’s global network of external technology partners.

NATURE AND SCOPE

The Engineer, R&D, reports to the Global Engineering Lead, R&D Design and Testing. As part of the Global Engineering and Manufacturing Strategy Department, this role involves frequent collaboration with BAC’s Core Technology, Support Systems, Test Lab, New Product Introduction, and Advanced Manufacturing Technology teams, as well as external technology partners. This position has no direct reports.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field required.
• Minimum two years of experience in R&D or New Product Development required.

• Professional experience with 3D CAD software modeling (Autodesk Inventor preferred), and knowledge of Autodesk Vault or equivalent system.

• Demonstrated ability to understand product and technology concepts, specifications, and testing requirements, and to execute design, prototyping, and testing tasks

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience designing and fabricating prototypes and test fixtures
• Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping and power tools
• Applied knowledge of design of experiments, test method development, and validation strategies
• Experience wiring sensors, motors, controllers, and data loggers; configuring data acquisition systems
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Proactive in identifying project risks and proposing solutions
• Effective collaborator with strong interpersonal skills in a cross functional environment
• Highly organized; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

 Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)
• Familiarity with PFMEA, DFMEA, and other risk management tools
• Experience in sheet metal design
• Hands-on experience with CFD and FEA tools
• Working knowledge of thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, and fluid dynamics
• Operational excellence tools: Lean Six Sigma
• Heavy equipment operations

BAC Hiring Compensation Range $63,500 - $108,800

BAC offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k, employee stock ownership plan, and more. Please see additional details on the BAC website at www.Baltimoreaircoil.com.  

BAC Employees are eligible to participate in an annual bonus incentive program.